MPs Raise Concern Over Delays at Nyali Affordable Housing Project

Members of Parliament have raised concerns about delays at the VOK Nyali Affordable Housing Project in Mombasa. They called for faster completion during a site visit on Friday.

The National Assembly Committee on Housing and Urban Planning inspected the site as part of a coastal housing tour.

Phased Completion Proposed

Acting Chairperson Hon. Rindikiri Mugambi expressed dissatisfaction with the current construction pace.

“We told the contractors to hurry up so they can complete this program as quickly as possible,” he said.

MPs proposed that contractors finish at least three blocks first, then hand them over for occupation.

This would show visible progress ahead of a planned presidential launch in August.

Project Details

The Sh7 billion VOK Nyali project will include residential units, a school, a market, and a hospital. It will also have a police station, fire station, and sports facilities; including a swimming pool and basketball court. The development will house over 3,000 families.

Hon. Rindikiri noted that Mombasa County holds affordable housing projects worth Sh34 billion.

The committee has also visited similar projects in Kwale, Kilifi, and Tana River counties.

Local Benefits

The project has created jobs for more than 1,100 local youth. It currently hosts 45 university interns in architecture, engineering, and accounting.